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HelpTest Code MHPRP Metamycoplasma hominis, Molecular Detection, PCR, Plasma
Useful For
Rapid, sensitive, and specific identification of Metamycoplasma hominis from plasma
This test is not intended for medicolegal use.
Reporting Name
Mycoplasma hominis PCR, PSpecimen Type
Plasma EDTAOrdering Guidance
Shipping Instructions
Ship specimen refrigerated.
Specimen Required
The high sensitivity of amplification by polymerase chain reaction requires the specimen to be processed in an environment in which contamination of the specimen by Metamycoplasma hominis DNA is unlikely.
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Royal blue top (EDTA), pink top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Screw-capped, sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a sterile vial within 24 hours of collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitabilityReference Values
Not applicable
Supportive Data
Validation included spiking studies for Metamycoplasma hominis. Spiking studies were carried out using 30 EDTA whole blood and plasma samples spiked with genomic DNA for M hominis (as well as 10 unspiked specimens). Sensitivity and specificity were 100%.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
3 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MHPRP | Mycoplasma hominis PCR, P | 68546-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MPSRC | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |
| 44134 | Mycoplasma hominis PCR, P | 68546-1 |